2024 AANA/ISAKOS Specialty Day All-Access Pass-Case Panel Discussion: Meniscus Tears: Save the Meniscus

Case Panel Discussion: Meniscus Tears: Save the Meniscus

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The panel discussion focuses on different cases of meniscus tears and the approaches to treating them. The panelists discuss the diagnosis and treatment options for each case, including the use of MRI imaging, surgical techniques like meniscus repair and saucerization, and the importance of addressing associated issues with ACL injuries or patellofemoral symptoms. The panelists also touch on the use of suture anchors, all-inside techniques, and the role of biomechanics in meniscus repair. They highlight the need for careful assessment and decision-making, considering factors like stability, root involvement, and degenerative changes. The discussion emphasizes the importance of proper treatment to avoid further damage and ensure optimal outcomes for patients with meniscus tears.

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Seth L. Sherman, M.D., Brian R. Waterman, M.D., FAANA, Nicholas A. Sgaglione, M.D., R. Kyle Martin, M.D., F.R.C.S.C., Ryosuke Kuroda, M.D., Ph.D., John G. Lane, M.D., Patrick A. Smith, M.D.

Keywords

meniscus tears

diagnosis

surgical techniques

biomechanics

stability

optimal outcomes